1998 Oldsmobile SS vs. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile SS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Oldsmobile SS (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile SS | 1990 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Pontiac |
| Model | SS | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
